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Physics Lab Technician
Department:
Science
Reports to:
Dean of STEM
Location:
Bedford and Lowell Campus
Position type:
Part‑time, non‑unit staff
Salary:
$24.50 per hour (per MCC Part‑time Wage Schedule)
Hours:
Up to 18.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire
Start date:
Expected February 2026
Application deadline:
December 31, 2025
General Summary The part‑time physics lab technician provides technical support services to faculty and staff who teach Physics courses on the Lowell and Bedford campuses. The role maintains a sanitary and efficient laboratory environment to promote student success. Responsibilities include inventory management, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and assistance to faculty.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares materials and sets up all laboratory experiments and demonstrations in the Physics area accurately and on time.
Dismantles laboratory experiments and demonstrations, checks and returns equipment to storage in a timely manner.
Maintains the order, cleanliness, and safety of the laboratories and storage facilities.
Initiates orders for new/replacement supplies and equipment for Physics with approval of the department chair.
Receives/stocks orders and processes receiving/invoicing documentation.
Adjusts, maintains, calibrates and performs minor repairs to equipment using basic electronics skills; reports major repair needs or arranges for repairs according to established procedures.
Constructs and modifies apparatus as required; improves on existing experiments and designs new experiments and equipment as needed.
Installs physics lab software, periodically updates lab computers, and maintains interfaces, sensors and probes.
Maintains appropriate records for all purchase orders for orders and repair work on equipment.
Maintains an inventory of all supplies, materials and equipment, ensuring availability of supplies to perform laboratory activities.
Provides assistance or instruction to faculty in use of science equipment as needed.
Responsible for safety protocols and conducts proper disposal of laboratory waste, including biohazardous material, coordinating with the college Environmental Health and Safety Officer.
Performs administrative tasks associated with department activities such as lists, inventory reports, disposal records, service contracts, reports, forms, general correspondence, material safety data sheets, product information, and laboratory manuals.
Interacts with various agencies/individuals to coordinate activities, reviews status of work, exchanges information, or resolves problems.
Follows OSHA safety procedures and maintains files of current MSDS sheets.
Collaborates with other science technicians to ensure appropriate disposal of waste.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean of STEM or the Science Department Chair.
Requirements
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Some experience working in a lab setting.
Application Instructions
Cover Letter
Resume
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Pre‑Employment Requirements The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment are contingent upon a clear background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.
Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through its online application system. If you do not have access to a computer, contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.edu or 781‑280‑3546. The College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may encounter barriers; contact Human Resources for assistance.
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Science
Reports to:
Dean of STEM
Location:
Bedford and Lowell Campus
Position type:
Part‑time, non‑unit staff
Salary:
$24.50 per hour (per MCC Part‑time Wage Schedule)
Hours:
Up to 18.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire
Start date:
Expected February 2026
Application deadline:
December 31, 2025
General Summary The part‑time physics lab technician provides technical support services to faculty and staff who teach Physics courses on the Lowell and Bedford campuses. The role maintains a sanitary and efficient laboratory environment to promote student success. Responsibilities include inventory management, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and assistance to faculty.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares materials and sets up all laboratory experiments and demonstrations in the Physics area accurately and on time.
Dismantles laboratory experiments and demonstrations, checks and returns equipment to storage in a timely manner.
Maintains the order, cleanliness, and safety of the laboratories and storage facilities.
Initiates orders for new/replacement supplies and equipment for Physics with approval of the department chair.
Receives/stocks orders and processes receiving/invoicing documentation.
Adjusts, maintains, calibrates and performs minor repairs to equipment using basic electronics skills; reports major repair needs or arranges for repairs according to established procedures.
Constructs and modifies apparatus as required; improves on existing experiments and designs new experiments and equipment as needed.
Installs physics lab software, periodically updates lab computers, and maintains interfaces, sensors and probes.
Maintains appropriate records for all purchase orders for orders and repair work on equipment.
Maintains an inventory of all supplies, materials and equipment, ensuring availability of supplies to perform laboratory activities.
Provides assistance or instruction to faculty in use of science equipment as needed.
Responsible for safety protocols and conducts proper disposal of laboratory waste, including biohazardous material, coordinating with the college Environmental Health and Safety Officer.
Performs administrative tasks associated with department activities such as lists, inventory reports, disposal records, service contracts, reports, forms, general correspondence, material safety data sheets, product information, and laboratory manuals.
Interacts with various agencies/individuals to coordinate activities, reviews status of work, exchanges information, or resolves problems.
Follows OSHA safety procedures and maintains files of current MSDS sheets.
Collaborates with other science technicians to ensure appropriate disposal of waste.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean of STEM or the Science Department Chair.
Requirements
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Some experience working in a lab setting.
Application Instructions
Cover Letter
Resume
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Pre‑Employment Requirements The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment are contingent upon a clear background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.
Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through its online application system. If you do not have access to a computer, contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.edu or 781‑280‑3546. The College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may encounter barriers; contact Human Resources for assistance.
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